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Appendix E
Symptom Probable Cause Remedy
To resolve problems that cannot be remedied using this
guide, contact GARMIN Customer Service at:
913-397-8200 or 800-800-1020
Radio not transmitting.
Messages not being received
by others
Limited talk range
You can hear others, but they
can’t hear you or you see an
incoming transmission, but
nothing is heard.
Message garbled.
Too many unwanted conversa-
tions being heard.
Interference or static
Cannot transmit location.
None of the keys except TALK
will work.
TALK key may not be fully depressed.
Radio feature not set to On.
Incorrect channel/code setting. Out of
radio range or obstructions.
Natural or man-made obstructions can
decrease range.
You’re on the same channel, but
different code set.
Scramble option is enabled (120 Only)
Too many user on channel or code is
set to zero.
Radios too far apart or too close
Obstructions in radio line of sight..
Interference from other electronics.
Your view of the satellite is obstructed
and a GPS fi x is not available, ‘Send
Location’ is off ; 10 seconds have not
elapsed since last location transmission,
or GPS is set to Off.
Keylock is enabled
Press and hold TALK key in until
done talking. Turn radio On.
Make sure other radios have
the same channel and code set.
Decrease distance between radios.
Decrease distance between radios or
obtain a better line of sight between
radios.
If you are using code zero, you will
hear all transmissions on that chan-
nel. Use the same code (1-38) as
the other party or use ‘Scan’ to fi nd
what code they are on.
Both radios need to have this
feature set the same.
Switch to a different channel and/or
use code other than zero (1-38).
Keep radios at least 3 feet apart.
Obtain better line of sight between
radios. Shut off other devices or
move away from interfering area.
Move to a location with a clear view
of the sky. Enable ‘Send Location’.
Wait 10 seconds between location
transmission. Enable GPS.
Hold PAGE for 5 seconds to release
keylock..
The Rino is programmed to provide “pop-up” messages concerning operational characteristics and conditions.
Press in on the
CLICK STICK
to acknowledge a message and return to the current feature.
Radio Troubleshooting
Guide
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